London Newswire Archive

28-09-2003 19:59 | 4 comment(s)

Photos from anti-occupation demo

A few photos from the march and rally against the occupation of Iraq, London 27th September. Read more >>

28-09-2003 19:48 | 2 comment(s)

Arms firm waged dirty war on protesters

The defence giant BAE Systems has been linked to a private intelligence-gathering operation that secretly infiltrated anti-arms trade groups. Read more >>

28-09-2003 18:53 | 0 comment(s)

Hunger Strike in Thessaloniki

Syrian prisoner, Souleiman "Kastro" Dakduk, has started a hunger strike in protest at the continued incarceration of the Thessaloniki 7 and his likely deportation to Syria. Read more >>

28-09-2003 00:30 | 10 comment(s)

BAE Systems spy on anti-arms trade activists

UK weapons giant BAE Systems pays spooks to spy on CAAT - article in this weekend's Sunday Times Read more >>

28-09-2003 00:24 | 23 comment(s)

Why the pisspoor coverage of the big London anti-war demo?

Contrast the appalling feature column coverage of Saturday's big anti-war demo in London with the blow by blow, hourly, coverage of DSEi. Read more >>

27-09-2003 23:50 | 9 comment(s)

Some of the chalk graffiti from todays Trafalgar Sq protest

One really imaginative idea on today's End the Occupation of Iraq demo was to distribute many many boxes of coloured chalk amongst the crowds in Trafalgar Square for them to do their own thing with on the paving stones. The kids especially loved the idea. Here's a selection of some of the work. Read more >>

27-09-2003 23:24 | 8 comment(s)

samba bands join forces on anti-occupation rally

members of London-based rhythms of resistance joined the sheffield samba band to create an almighty sound at today's rally Read more >>

27-09-2003 23:10 | 6 comment(s)

Crowd release boy arrested for chalk offence

At today's anti-occupation rally in London, a young boy was arrested by police for graffitiing a wall with chalk. Eventually they were shamed into releasing him.› Read more >>

27-09-2003 23:04 | 19 comment(s)

Some pics from the End Occupation of Iraq London demo

Contrary to mainstream media reports there were huge numbers on this march. Maybe not millions as in February but probably 100,000. Read more >>

27-09-2003 22:21 | 5 comment(s)

Don't let these people have the final say

The BBC Website has a number of very negative posts re: the AntiWar demo. An opportunity me thinks for some posts from indymedia readers in order redress the balance.

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27-09-2003 21:50 | 0 comment(s)

Modem friendly video clips of End Occupation of Iraq London demo

Initial BBC reports claimed a few thousand protestors. Hopefully these clips will disprove that farcical figure. Trafalgar Square was absolutely packed and numbers were nearer 100,000.
First 2 clips are MPEG1 format and will play on any computer with nothing extra needed. 3'rd clip allows you to go on a virtual reality tour of the crowds in the square but you need Quicktime 6 installed. Read more >>

27-09-2003 08:14 | 4 comment(s)

Voice of the People - video interviews from Palestine Rally

http://www.inminds.co.uk/palestine-rally-1-17may03.html

"FREE PALESTINE" RALLY
[UK, London, Saturday 17th May 2003]

On Saturday 17th May thousands of British people marked the 55th anniversary of the Nakba, - the expulsion of the Palestinians when their land was stolen to create Israel, by converging on Trafalgar Square in London for a rally demanding an end to zionist occupation and for freedom for Palestine. The huge crowds reflected the broad base of support for the Palestinian cause in British society. The rally was organised by the Palestinian Solidarity Campaign and supported by a host of pro-justice organisations.

Journalist John Pilger, actors Juliet Stevenson and Corin Redgrave, and Sophie Hurndall the sister of the British photographer shot in the head by the Israeli army, were among the distinguished speakers to address the rally. We have provided all of the speeches below (around 30 speeches in real audio format) for you to listen to or download.
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27-09-2003 01:42 | 2 comment(s)

Grassroots Antiwar Conference

ANTI-WAR CONFERENCE 26-28 SEPTEMBER
Organised by Justice Not Vengeance & the Grassroots Network
Conway Hall, Red Lion Square, Central London WC1
£10 waged/ £5 unwaged in advance, £12 / £7 on the door

An opportunity for grassroots activists to meet face-to-face to share our skills, experiences, and creativity, and help build a stronger anti-war
movement
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26-09-2003 17:12 | 1 comment(s)

Anti-Capitalist Block on Saturday's demo?

Will there be an Anti-Capitalist Block on the Iraq Demo this Saturday?
Where is it going from and what time? Read more >>

26-09-2003 16:56 | 6 comment(s)

1st Meeting of Anarchist Workers Network - Sept 27th!

Sat 27.09.03 AWN inaugural organising Meeting @ 7pm (After the Iraq Demo)

...in the Autonomy Club. Upstairs at Freedom Books, 84b Whitechapel High St. Go to Aldgate East tube, take the Whitechapel Art Gallery exit, turn right and it's down the alleyway on your right. Read more >>

26-09-2003 15:36 | 19 comment(s)

NOTIFICATION: Bush State Visit...

Bush state visit to spark protests ...
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26-09-2003 14:30 | 0 comment(s)

action at Chelsea Barracks (Sloane Square District Line) at 2pm on Sunday

DEMO Read more >>

26-09-2003 12:07 | 4 comment(s)

enrager.net anti-authoritarian forums now open!

Today the enrager.net anti-authoritarian resource & community forums opened. You can access them by clicking onto

http://www.enrager.net/forums Read more >>

26-09-2003 11:29 | 14 comment(s)

Anti-war movement in London

“Future of the anti-war movement” at the London Social Forum
What lessons does the campaign against the Iraq war hold for our future activism? The London Social Forum invites you to reflect on political strategy and network with other activists to sustain a strong and democratic anti-war movement in London and beyond. The discussion will be opened by Naima Bouteldja, Mike Marqusee and Milan Rai.
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